
Clementina Gil
Clementina is studying Biochemistry, Science, and Business at the University of Navarra. She joined the VAC program in June 2024 and took part in a medical internship at a Community Health Center.
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Cape Town was not what I expected. I never imagined I would learn so much in just five weeks. The experiences I gained during my internship were truly invaluable and unlike anything I could have found elsewhere. The clinic where I interned was incredibly open, always willing to teach and show me everything.
I came here to see if I enjoyed being part of the medical field and whether it was something I wanted to pursue. While I didn’t come to a definite answer, I now have much more insight to guide my decision-making process, and I wouldn’t trade this experience for anything.
On top of that, the people at VACorps are some of the kindest I’ve ever met. I feel like I’ve made lifelong friends during this trip. Cape Town is truly a special destination, and five weeks wasn’t nearly enough time to fully experience it. I’ll definitely be coming back soon, and I highly recommend this experience to everyone!